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The man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley was found guilty of murder Wednesday in a case that became a flashpoint in the immigration debate earlier this year, ahead of the presidential election. Riley’s killing drew national attention to the immigration debate after officials announced that Ibarra is a Venezuelan citizen who entered the United States illegally in 2022. UGA students during a vigil for Laken Riley on Feb. 26. Joshua L. Jones / USA Today NetworkDuring the trial, prosecutors argued that Ibarra killed Riley after she fought off his attempt to rape her. The prosecution pointed to DNA and other evidence that they said linked Ibarra to Riley on the day of her murder.

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☆ Jose Ibarra sentenced to life in prison without parole for Laken Riley murder
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-20 | by ( Nicole Chavez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Riley’s family cried and multiple gasps and sobs were heard in the courtroom when the first guilty decision was announced. The defense questioned the quality of that DNA evidence and its analysis. In addition, a blood-like stain on a navy blue jacket found in a dumpster contained the DNA of Riley and Ibarra, Hinkle testified. He slammed current immigration policy, saying Ibarra should have not been allowed to enter the United States. “Open border policies failed Laken Riley, and today’s verdict is a reminder that the safety of our communities must remain our number one priority.

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☆ Laken Riley death: What Allyson Phillips has endured during the trial of the man accused of killing her daughter
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-19 | by ( Holly Yan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Minutes before her death, Riley called and texted her mother to see if she wanted to catch up. 9:24 a.m.: Riley’s mother called her daughter back, but Riley didn’t answer. 9:37 a.m.: Riley’s mother texted her daughter: “Call me when you can.”9:51 a.m.: Riley’s mother called her daughter again. 9:58 a.m.: Riley’s mother texted her daughter: “You’re making me nervous not answering while you’re out running. 11:47 a.m.: Riley’s mother texted her daughter: “Please call me, I’m worried sick about you.”12:07 p.m.: Riley’s mother called her daughter again.

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